Management and Program Assistant

Summary Reclamation is seeking a career professional looking for an opportunity to capitalize on their expertise as a Management and Program Assistant. You can make a difference in the West by assisting in meeting increasing water demands while protecting the environment. Duty Location: Lower Colorado Basin Region, Clark County, Nevada (Hoover Dam). Responsibilities The primary duties of the Management and Program Assistant at the GS-07 full performance level include but are not limited to the following: Responds to various inquiries, requests, and administrative problems and determines appropriate action, by arranging meetings and/or preparing responses, or by assigning such matters to other qualified staff members for response. Managing the Office budget and makes service/supply purchases as necessary. Responsible for managing all administrative operations for the Area Manager, including coordinating complex calendar commitments, organizing travel, and prioritizing high-level contacts. Ensures efficient scheduling of activities and events to support the Area Manager's engagement, guaranteeing appropriate representation to staff and Federal, State, and public officials. Providing guidance, advice, and training to subordinate employees regarding office policies and correspondence practices. Utilizing personal knowledge of the Office's programs, policies, and plans to prepare drafts or documents. Exercising tact and diplomacy in giving information only to authorized sources. Requirements Conditions of Employment You must be a U.S. Citizen or U.S. National. You must be suitable for federal employment, determined by a background investigation. You must submit a resume and supporting documentation (see Required Documents). You must meet any minimum education and/or experience requirements (see Qualifications). You must submit your most recent performance appraisal or a statement as why one is not available. Who May Apply: Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP) Competitive (BOR) MP Non-competitive (BOR) MP Qualifications GS-06: To qualify for the GS-06 grade level, your resume must reflect one year of specialized experience equivalent in complexity and difficulty to at least the GS-05 grade level in Federal service. Specialized Experience for the GS-06: Experience such as, preparing and finalizing correspondence in addition to at least two of the following areas 1) Providing a wide range of administrative support services to enable efficient operation of a business of program office; 2) using computerized personnel systems for presentations, making travel arrangements, and records management; 3) preparing forms and other administrative paperwork; 4) performing appointment scheduling and updating calendars for senior management; 5) performing research for senior management. GS-07: To qualify for the GS-07 grade level, your resume must reflect one year of specialized experience equivalent in complexity and difficulty to at least the GS-06 grade level in Federal service. Specialized experience for GS-07: Specialized experience is defined as, preparing and finalizing correspondence in addition to at least four of the following areas 1) Providing a wide range of administrative support services to enable efficient operation of a business of program office; 2) using computerized personnel systems for presentations, making travel arrangements, and records management; 3) preparing forms and other administrative paperwork; 4) performing appointment scheduling and updating calendars for senior management; 5) performing research for senior management. The superior academic achievement provision is to be used to determine eligibility for applicable GS-07 level positions of persons who have completed (or expect to complete within 9 months) all the requirements for bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a qualifying grade point average (GPA), class standing, or honors society. For more information, visit OPM. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Time-In-Grade: Current career or career-conditional employees of the Federal government, or former career or career-conditional employees, who have a break in service of less than one year, are required to meet the time-in-grade restriction of one year of Federal experience at the next lower-grade, with few exceptions outlined in 5 CFR 300.603(b). You must meet all Eligibility and Qualification requirements, including time-in-grade restrictions and any selective placement factors if applicable, by 08/26/2026. Education Additional Information Reclamation has determined that the duties of this position are suitable for telework only during an emergency or natural disaster. DOI uses E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including applicant rights and responsibilities, please visit https://www.e-verify.gov/ This position is designated as a MODERATE RISK Public Trust position. It requires a fully completed and favorably adjudicated Public Trust Suitability Background Investigation (T2S or T2RS or equivalent) that is current (within the last 5 years). This is a condition of employment. Male applicants born after December 31, 1959 must certify registration with the Selective Service System or that the applicant is exempt from having to do so under the Selective Service Law. Go to: https://www.sss.gov This is a non-bargaining unit position. Additional vacancies may be filled using this job announcement. Reasonable Accommodation (RA) Requests: If you believe you have a disability (i.e., physical or mental), covered by the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended that would interfere with completing the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, you will be granted the opportunity to request a RA in your online application. Requests for RA for the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments and appropriate supporting documentation for RA must be received prior to starting the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments. Decisions on requests for RA are made on a case-by-case basis. If you meet the minimum qualifications of the position, after notification of the adjudication of your request, you will receive an email invitation to complete the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, based on your adjudication decision. You must complete all assessments within 48 hours of receiving the URL to access the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments if you received the link after the close of the announcement. To determine if you need a RA, please review the Procedures for Requesting a Reasonable Accommodation for Online Assessments. (https://appsupport-usastaffing.opm.gov/hc/en-us/sections/45063131363475-Reasonable-Accommodation-Information)